New Zealand / Auckland Region

Auckland woman who died in boating incident named

11:54 am on 3 April 2021

The name of the woman who died after falling from a charter boat on Auckland's Waitematā Harbour on Thursday has been released.

Police and Maritime New Zealand have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Danielle Tamarua's death on Waitematā Harbour. (file pic) Photo: Wikimedia Commons

She was 25-year-old Danielle Tamarua of Auckland, who was a guest on the boat.

Another person who jumped into the water to try and save her was not injured.

The boat was a chartered vessel that left the Viaduct, carrying about 30 passengers.

Police and Maritime New Zealand have launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to Tamarua's death.

A scene examination is also taking place.